Tax news – latest from the Australian Taxation Office for small business.

The Deadline for SuperStream is fast approaching The ATO will be contacting small businesses with 19 or fewer employees about SuperStream from late March 2016 onwards. You may therefore receive an email, SMS, or letter from the ATO reminding you of the importance of getting ready for SuperStream by the 30 June 2016 deadline.  It’s at […]

The importance of training in the workplace

Training in the workplace Training in the workplace has many benefits: from addressing employee weaknesses, improving performance, providing consistency in procedures and providing employee satisfaction.  Employers however can understandably find these development opportunities expensive.  In addition, employees also miss out on work time while attending training sessions, which may delay the completion of projects. Despite the […]

Tax News – Christmas parties health & safety & FBT Implications

If you’re thinking of holding a staff Christmas party this year make sure you consider health and safety regulations.   While your staff may be ‘off the clock’, you’ll probably still be responsible for their health and safety. Here’s some suggestions to help your workplace celebrate safely: Send a friendly email to staff before the party reminding […]

Training News – The importance of software & bookkeeping skills review. The best gift you could ever give.

When was the last time you had any training on using your accounting software package?  Was it when you first purchased it and set it up?  Perhaps it was a couple of years ago when you had an issue?  or perhaps you’ve never had any formal training? Whatever your situation, it’s always a good idea […]